Dear EscapeMakers -- As Ithaca's annual fall foliage display ends, it's now time to begin planning that peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the holiday rush. Plan to spend your holiday in a cozy home-away-from-home retreat, or wind-down before or after your typical celebrations by getting away. Either way, between the snow-blanketed hills, frozen waterfalls, and agriculinary-focused festivities, Ithaca is interesting all winter. Ithaca is quirky, and will happily admit to that. How quirky you ask? Well, have you heard of Ithaca's favorite past-time-Rutabaga curling? Yes, the root vegetable; and yes, the Olympic sport everyone becomes obsessed with every 4 years. Annually, on the last outdoor farmers market of the season, December 21st this year, the masses gather to compete in the International Rutabaga Curling Championship competition. Filled with festive refreshments, wintry ceremonies, skilled curling and immeasurable fun, this event is a can't miss. Have you heard of the tradition of wassailing? It's an ancient English ceremony performed in the winter to bring good health to a cider orchard. These festivities can include dancing, singing, costumes, craft cider and celebrating the oldest tree in the orchard. Redbyrd Orchard Cider is keeping the tradition alive with local music, good food, excellent cider and a vibrant community of people to join with in celebration! Each year, as many prepare to celebrate the holidays or take stock of the year to come, a unique and special pop-up farmers market is held to provide local, fresh food options of all kinds. In the newly renovated Press Bay Alley and Court, local farmers and artisans sell their locally made crafts to market attendees. You can find items to feed your loved ones such as organic produce, free range meats, deluxe cheese, craft beverages, fresh-made breads, honey, maple syrup, and so much more. You
Dear EscapeMakers — As Ithaca’s annual fall foliage display ends, it’s now time to begin planning that peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the holiday rush. Plan to spend your holiday in a cozy home-away-from-home retreat, or wind-down before or after your typical celebrations by getting away. Either way, between the snow-blanketed hills, frozen waterfalls, and agriculinary-focused festivities, Ithaca is interesting all winter. Ithaca is quirky, and will happily admit to that. How
Dear EscapeMakers -- Winter's chill has finally made it to the Finger Lakes region, but Ithaca, NY is proud to offer a wealth of memorable food and farming-related events even in the colder months. Ithaca is never short on festivals, and winter is no exception - this year's Ice Festival on December 9th will feature a Chowder Cook-off, and the weird and wonderful Rutabaga Curl at the Ithaca Farmers Market on December 16th is a party in itself. Enjoy a country-style setting with big-city amenities at one of the Farm-to-Fork lodging partners to truly complete your stay! Make plans to visit Ithaca later in the month to shop from local farmers at the Press Bay Alley Holiday Farmers Market on December 21st - or give the gift of an unforgettable learning experience with a breadmaking class at the renowned Wide Awake Bakery or a special Farmscape Yoga class! December 16th Hawk Meadows Mushroom Farm Holiday Open House Details ALL DECEMBER Local Fiber Pop-Up Shop inside SewGreen Details 2-Night Artisan Breadmaking Farm to Fork Package Details Want to see more of Ithaca? Download their travel guide! A small, portable guide full of must-see waterfalls, can't miss activities, and stories about Ithaca and Tompkins County. And check out more Ithaca Events here!
Dear EscapeMakers — Winter’s chill has finally made it to the Finger Lakes region, but Ithaca, NY is proud to offer a wealth of memorable food and farming-related events even in the colder months. Ithaca is never short on festivals, and winter is no exception – this year’s Ice Festival on December 9th will feature a Chowder Cook-off, and the weird and wonderful Rutabaga Curl at the Ithaca Farmers Market on December 16th is a
Celebrate in #corningflx this holiday season! Dear EscapeMakers -- The holidays are a magical time in Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes. Charismatic small town store shelves are lined with the perfect gift for family and friends. Sparkly lights line snow covered streets while families are out celebrating the season at various traditional and unique events. Christmas cheer can be felt throughout the region at events where families and friends can visit with Santa, build gingerbread houses, experience museums in new ways, and spend time in the breathtaking Crystal City. Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes is a warm and welcoming Holiday destination sure to bring out the holiday spirit in everyone! Find out where to find Santa during the holiday season! Make your own ornament at the Holiday Open House at Hands-on Glass! Plenty of holiday shopping at specialty shops! Great packages and deals for your next holiday getaway! Upcoming Featured Events Centerway Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights, November 27, Corning, NY Holiday Aglow, December 2-3, Hornell, NY Spirit of Christmas, December 2, Bath, NY Sparkle, December 3, Corning, NY Christmas in the Park, December 10, Hammondsport, NY View more events at CorningFingerLakes.com Visitponsor EscapeMaker.com 172 5th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 Feel free to send us feedback! Privacy Policy & Disclaimer Follow EscapeMaker.com on:
Celebrate in #corningflx this holiday season! Dear EscapeMakers — The holidays are a magical time in Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes. Charismatic small town store shelves are lined with the perfect gift for family and friends. Sparkly lights line snow covered streets while families are out celebrating the season at various traditional and unique events. Christmas cheer can be felt throughout the region at events where families and friends can visit with Santa, build
If you can not view this html email click here GREAT NEWS! EscapeMaker.com's FARM ESCAPE POP UP SHOP within the historic Fulton Stall Market at the South Street Seaport again has been extended through the Summer! Presented by Amtrak, the EscapeMaker.com Farm Escape Pop Up Shop, located inside the Fulton Stall Market on 207A Front Street, will be open to the public 7 days a week (12pm-6pm Monday-Friday and 11am-5pm Saturdays and Sundays). Visitors can pick up discounts on green travel, guides on farm escapes, apple picking, wine and craft brew trails and info on local getaway packages to inspire them to start planning their vacations. Drawing a 250-mile travel radius around New York City, EscapeMaker offers getaway ideas within a few hours of New York City by car or by train with a focus on farms, wine and brew trails and culinary tourism. The shop and event's presenting sponsor is Amtrak, encouraging taking mass transit to local destinations. The media sponsor is Edible Manhattan and agricultural sponsors include The New York Apple Association, Vermont Tourism of Vermont and Dutchess Tourism, Westchester Tourism, Corning & the Southern Finger Lakes, Sullivan County Visitor’s Association and the Long Island Convention & Visitor’s Bureau – all within New York State. FREE EVENTS at FULTON STALL MARKET: In addition to the pop up shop hours, EscapeMaker will host FREE tasting showcases in conjunction with a regular farmers market: Sunday, June 19th – "Berry Jam" - Local berry flavored products, wine and u-pick farms! Sunday, July 24th – Craft Beverages - Local wineries, breweries, distilleries & producers Sunday, August 14th – Craft Beverages - Local wineries, breweries, distilleries & farms SPECIAL FREE EVENT at Union Square Greenmarket: Friday, June 24th - "Berry Jam" GrowNYC Greenmarket hosts our Berry Jam with berry-flavored products like jams, jellies,
If you can not view this html email click here GREAT NEWS! EscapeMaker.com’s FARM ESCAPE POP UP SHOP within the historic Fulton Stall Market at the South Street Seaport again has been extended through the Summer! Presented by Amtrak, the EscapeMaker.com Farm Escape Pop Up Shop, located inside the Fulton Stall Market on 207A Front Street, will be open to the public 7 days a week (12pm-6pm Monday-Friday and 11am-5pm Saturdays and Sundays). Visitors can
If you can not view this html email click here GREAT GETAWAY ALERT! Quick Local Getaways within 500 miles! Superb Wines & Unbeatable Brews Dear EscapeMakers -- This time of year is always cold and gray, so why not warm up with some of the most unbeatable brews and superb wines Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes has to offer. Visit their breweries and wineries for an exceptional experience. Enjoy award winning wines from some of the top winemakers in the Finger Lakes! No matter the season, craft beers are always brewing in the Finger Lakes! Click here! Click here Craft Your Adventure - discover the wonderful flavors of their award-winning craft beverage producers! Great packages and deals for those looking to get away this winter season! Click here Click here Upcoming Featured Events Urban Arts Crawl, February 26, Corning, NY Cabin Fever, March 11, Corning, NY Hornell St. Patrick's Day Celebration, March 12, Hornell, NY 2300 - March 17, Corning, NY Finger Lakes Beer Trail Passport - 2016, Steuben County View more events at CorningFingerLakes.com Visit Sponsor EscapeMaker.com 172 5th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 Feel free to send us feedback! Privacy Policy & Disclaimer Follow EscapeMaker.com on:
If you can not view this html email click here GREAT GETAWAY ALERT! Quick Local Getaways within 500 miles! Superb Wines & Unbeatable Brews Dear EscapeMakers — This time of year is always cold and gray, so why not warm up with some of the most unbeatable brews and superb wines Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes has to offer. Visit their breweries and wineries for an exceptional experience. Enjoy award winning wines from some